Tuesday, May 29, 2012

This Blog is older and doesn't reflect the newest floor plans, elevations, pricing and schedulesfor the Serra Meadows development. Please view blog posts from November 2012 on for the accurate information.

The project going up by Camarillo developers MD2 has started the construction of four homes on the property. There are two single story homes and two 2-story homes currently underway. The home on the far left has a detached garage behind it with a studio rental unit above it.

Our very own local RRM Design Group were the Architects who won the bid for the project. As this development begins to become part of the San Luis Obispo landscape and neighborhood, I will be your Central Coast Realtor giving you the latest information on every step.

If you are curious about the waiting list and want to get your hands on one of the lots and homes in this development, call me to discuss the process. I'm here to help.

Sunday, May 27, 2012

The first time I met my husband was at a Game Night that my roommate Chelsea and I attended. Chelsea met Rich at a entrepreneurs meet-n-greet a couple of weeks before. They struck up a conversation about each of them having frequent Game Nights at their houses. Chelsea and our girlfriends frequently held Game Nights at our house and it' turns out so did Rich. Rich and her talked about combining the two game nights together, boys and girls, at his place.

On the day of the Game Night I was having the worst possible day. I had everything wrong happening at the time and I did not want to go this party at Rich's. I told Chelsea to go without me and have a good time. She insisted and luckily, I went. I went with no intention of meeting anyone significant or cute. As part of my pity party on that day I decided to wear all back, no makeup and put my hair back in a pony tail. I told myself I was not going to have fun!

We arrive at the front door to Rich's place and you can hear all the guys talking in the house. I knock on the door and hear in a faint voice..." Come Iiiinnnn!. I open the front door into the entry way to see a person falling down a flight of stairs with their body coming barreling at me. In that split second I wasn't thinking about not having a good time, I was in a panic to figure out how I am going to help this poor person after they hit the bottom of the stairs. I jump out of the way to let the body pass by me. Once it hit the cold tile floor it jumped up and I saw it was a man, completely fine. He popped up off the ground and said..." Hi! I'm Rich!

I remember this moment so vividly, because I forgot I was having a bad day, I forgot about my pity party. All I was thinking was who is this wonderful person and what a sexy entrance that was. It was really dangerous and super Hot!!!

My husbands martial arts falling techniques come in handy to freak out any suspecting visitor then and now. So beware if you are coming to our house. :)
Thank you honey for making our life always spontaneous, fun, Hot and exciting. You are my best friend and I love you to pieces!

Monday, May 7, 2012

The housing prices have begun to eek up as low inventory and eager buyers flood the market looking to buy in these times of low interest rates. With this great opportunity to get top dollar for your home, how do you really know what your home is worth?

The easiest way to get a price range is to call your local San Luis Obsipo realtor (Traci Ferguson) and ask for a Comparable Market Analysis (CMA). Many people don't know that I have had education in doing market analysis for homes, much like an appraiser would do, for homes in the San Luis area. You could get a formal appraisal done for $400-600 dollars, but your results will be very close to what I can get for you in my research, for free.

What I do is search for sold homes that are similar to your home that have sold in and around your area with similar amenities, condition and qualities. These comparable homes are analyzed and only the homes that fit as a close match will be used to help me give you a range of where to price your home to get the best possible sales price.

With that information you can decide if now is the best time to put your home on the market. It's a wonderful tool to keep you informed and educated on the biggest investment you make in your life... your home!

If you are even thinking about selling your home, NOW is a phenomenal time to do that. Let me tell you why...

Recently I have been working with buyers in my business and the lack of homes available for home buyers to buy have been very low. Historically during the Spring/ Summer months San Luis Obispo Real Estate market has the majority of available listings for sale. We also see an increase in buyers during this time as the weather gets better and buyers begin to purchase.

Well...we have yet to see this increase of homes on the market. This lack of homes available to buy has created bidding wars on homes that are on the market. I recently have worked with 2 buyers who wanted to make offers on homes, that just came available to buy, where we were not the first offer but the 11th or the 9th offer on the property. The offers were not only close to the listed asking price but sometimes well over the asking price if the home was in great condition.

The extremely low interest rates coupled with prices being at affordable prices are prompting investors and first time home buyers to making the plunge into making a purchase now. I believe we are feeling the "bottom" of the market in our city and the time to act is now.

If you are considering putting your home up for sale, take the first step and learn what your home is currently worth. Call or email me today to get a complete Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) into your homes value. It could be worth more than you think!

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I know homes! Adding my ecoBroker and Real Estate licenses to my degree in Architecture and my credentials in LEED, Green Advantage & Sustainable Building, I have a unique ability as your real estate agent. You need a Realtor that thinks outside of the box and understands buying, selling and evaluating residential property, commericial buildings, estates or land while understanding zoning, permits, structures and materials.

I live in San Luis Obispo with my husband Rich Ferguson, a well known entertainer and creative consultant. We own our own home, have flipped property and have rental property. We come from families of investors, business owners, realtors and brokers.

I look forward to showing you how a real estate professional can make a big difference in your real estate experience! Please enjoy my blog.